Western Demoiselle

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Arthropoda (節足動物)

Class

Insecta (昆虫)

Order

Odonata (蜻蛉目)

Family

Calopterygidae

Genus

Calopteryx

Species

Calopteryx xanthostoma (Western Demoiselle)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Damisela occidental

French Caloptéryx Occitan

German Südwestliche Prachtlibelle

Similar Species in Calopteryx

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Glittering Demoiselle

Calopteryx exul

Endangered

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Banded Demoiselle

Calopteryx splendens

Least Concern

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Beautiful Demoiselle

Calopteryx virgo

Endangered

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Ebony Jewelwing

Calopteryx maculata

Least Concern

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Copper Demoiselle

Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis

Least Concern

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Superb Jewelwing

Calopteryx amata

Least Concern

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River Jewelwing

Calopteryx aequabilis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Demoiselle?

The scientific name of Western Demoiselle is Calopteryx xanthostoma. It belongs to the genus Calopteryx.

What is the conservation status of Western Demoiselle?

Western Demoiselle (Calopteryx xanthostoma) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Western Demoiselle belong to?

Western Demoiselle (Calopteryx xanthostoma) belongs to the genus Calopteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Calopterygidae.

Is Western Demoiselle endangered?

No, Western Demoiselle (Calopteryx xanthostoma) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Western Demoiselle belong to?

Western Demoiselle (Calopteryx xanthostoma) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Western Demoiselle?

The closest relatives of Western Demoiselle in the genus Calopteryx include Glittering Demoiselle, Banded Demoiselle, Beautiful Demoiselle, Ebony Jewelwing, Copper Demoiselle.